What BC Assessment Means for You in 2025
Posted on Feb 06, 2025
In 2025, property assessments on the Sunshine Coast have shown minimal changes, reflecting a stabilized housing market. Gibsons experienced a modest 2% increase in median single-family home values, rising from approximately $940,000 to $963,000, while Sechelt remained steady with a slight increase from $884,000 to $885,000. This marks a shift from...
October Real Estate Market ReCap
Posted on Feb 06, 2025
As we head into the final months of 2024, the Sunshine Coast real estate market continues to defy expectations, showing resilience in the face of what would typically be considered a buyer’s market. Despite challenges, such as higher interest rates earlier in the year and a cautious buyer sentiment, the market is holding strong. Here's a closer loo...
October 2024 - Winter Home Sales
Posted on Feb 05, 2025
Winter-Ready: How to Prep Your Sunshine Coast Home for a Successful Winter Sale
Selling a home on the Sunshine Coast in the winter can be a challenge due to shorter days, frequent rain, and occasional snow. However, with the right preparation, you can make your home stand out during the slower, darker months. Here are some key tips for a successful w...
Navigating the New Landlord Portal: Essential Steps for Buyers and Sellers of Tenanted Properties"
Posted on Oct 15, 2024
Whether you are a buyer, or If you own a tenanted property and are selling or thinking of selling, it's important to familiarize yourself with this new portal, delivery timelines and other resources available to you will need during the buying & selling process. First step as a buyer or seller, you'll need to register for a to be able to access the...
September Market Review - 2024
Posted on Oct 11, 2024
The Home Price Index (HPI) shows a slight decline, with the average price dipping from $839,600 in 2023 to $832,700 this year—down approximately 0.9%. This represents a significant decrease from the market peak in May 2022, when prices reached $958,400. illustrating the adjustments the market has experienced over the past two years. GibsonsHPI: $84...
Five Forces Driving BC Real Estate Prices
Posted on Sep 11, 2024
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A recent article by Mortgagesandbox outlines five key forces influencing British Columbia's real estate market: population growth, housing supply, government policy, economic conditions, and foreign investment. Population growth, especially in urban areas, drives d...